Overview
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR is a climbing or trailing annuals annual biennial in the genus Pisum, part of the Fabaceae family, with compound leaves with tendrils foliage. Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include vegetable gardens, containers and edible landscaping.
About
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius' PBR is a climbing or trailing annual cultivar of the Pisum genus, which belongs to the Fabaceae family. This genus includes annual flowering plants known for their hollow stems, compound leaves with tendrils, and butterfly-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. 'Tiberius' thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and requires full sun exposure, ideally on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It is suitable for vegetable gardens, containers, and edible landscaping, with interest during the summer and autumn seasons. Propagation is by seed sowing in spring, and it is hardy to UK zone H3.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pisum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Climbing or trailing annuals
- Foliage
- Compound leaves with tendrils
- Suggested uses
- Vegetable gardens, containers, edible landscaping
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed sowing in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, pea weevil, pea moth
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew, downy mildew, fusarium wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR?
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR need?
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR hardy in the UK?
Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Pisum sativum 'Tiberius'PBR?
Seed sowing in spring.
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